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 The chestnut wood is similar to oak wood in being decorative and very durable. Due to disease, American Chestnut wood has almost disappeared from the market. Although quantities of Chestnut can still be obtained as reclaimed lumber, it is difficult to obtain large timber from the Sweet Chestnut due to the high degree of splitting and warping when it dries. The wood of the Sweet Chestnut is most commonly used in small items where durability is important, such as fencing and wooden outdoor cladding ('shingles') for buildings. In Italy, it is also used to make barrels used for aging balsamic vinegar. Chestnut effect laminate floors will look just like the real hardwood chestnut flooring.
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